As interest in building infrastructure has increased over the past few years, more and more areas in the United States are seeing upgrades to existing sanitary sewer systems, as well as the expansion of sewer service into areas not previously serviced by public sewer systems. Often homeowners with septic systems now have the choice to abandon their existing septic system and tie their property’s sanitary sewer into the new public sewer system.
Cost is one of the biggest things to consider when making a decision if a septic to sewer conversion is right for your property. In most cases, the property owner will be required to run the new sewer line from the building and tie it into the new public sewer at their expense. In addition to this, some jurisdictions may require that additional tap fees be paid to make the connection, even if existing property taxes have contributed to the cost of the new public sewer. Over the long run, it may be beneficial to do the conversion and save on septic tank pumping every 3-5 years, as well as septic system inspections and maintenance.
Another consideration is the state of the property’s existing septic system. If the system is relatively new, then it may not make sense to make the conversion. On the other hand, if the existing septic system is going to need to be replaced, it may make sense to make the septic to sewer conversion.
Either way, it is not a easy decision, as both public sanitary sewer systems and septic systems have their good points, as well as their bad points, but at the end of the day they both do a great job in doing what they do!
Posted on behalf of Septic Service Pro
